what is the metaphorical meaning of the poem "the lifeguard" by james dickey?

Answer:

John Steinbeck wrote the novel "East of Eden" in 1952.

Explanation:

The novel "East of Eden" by John Steinbeck is about two brothers who are opposites in their personality. This novel parallels the biblical story of Cain and Abel in the Garden of Eden. Just like a father's conflict for his two sons in the Bible, so also Adam is in conflict over his two sons Caleb and Aron in the novel. The novel is also an allegory of a father's favoritism of one son over the other.

In the story, Adam has two sons Aron and Caleb with his wife Cathy, though it is unknown whether he is really the father of the twins. Cathy had seduced Charles, the brother of Adam on the night of their wedding and had gotten pregnant soon after. Then she abandoned her family to live her life as a prostitute and eventually a madame of a brothel.

The two sons have contrasting personalities. Aron is virtuous and dutiful while Caleb is wild and rebellious. They are the parallels of the two sons of Adam in the Bible- Cain and Abel. Caleb tried to make his father proud of him by making lots of money that Adam had lost in his business plan. But instead of appreciating it, Adam rebuked him saying that he only wished he (Caleb) has the same zeal and sincerity that his brother Aron has. In his anger, he took his brother to his mother's place ans showed him her real identity. Filled with shock and shame of his mother, Aron joined the military and died in the war. Caleb got into a relationship with his brother's idealized girlfriend and asked her to run away with him. she refused and instead urged him to return home. On his return, Adam forgives Caleb, as requested by Lee, their family cook. The story ends with a dying Adam forgiving Caleb, giving him the freedom to chose to either break the cycle or conquer sin.

Answer:

(C) a description of how it will be built

Explanation:

With this you just need to think how much do you need the pictures alone contrary to the need of a good explanation of how the things are being done, so the option that best fits your needs would be a description of how it will be built in order to be able to build it themselves.

Answer: B) a description of how it will be built

Explanation:

The dog's barking at the bird in the tree is as loud as an elephant in grief .

The farmer is milking his cows just like an elderly person typing on a cell phone .

Answer:

A participle is a form of a verb that has a similar role to an adjective or adverb because it is used in sentences to modify a noun, noun phrase, verb or verb phrase.

Depending on the tense, one could indentify the participle in the sentence  according to its ending: present participles of regular verbs end in -ing and past participles of regular verbs end in -ed.

Here are some examples:

This boring class makes me want to go home.

The healed child went back home.

Answer:

The correct answer is ALLITERATION.

Explanation:

ALLITERATION is a literary device that consists of the repetition of the initial sound in a group of nearby words. The term alliteration can only be applied to consonants. For example, "Mike's microphone makes much music".      

Answer:

Alliteration

Explanation:

The repetition of initial sounds in the phrase "wild and whirling words" is an example of alliteration. Alliteration is employed by authors in order to provide a melodic rhythm to a text. Alliteration happens when several words with the same consonant sounds appear close together. The device is common in both prose and poetry, and it is one of the most common literary devices in the English language.

Tactile words are words that describe the sense of touch. These descriptive words are used to create an immersive experience, emphasizing the physical reactions that the sense of touch evokes.  

For example, these are some tactile words that evoke specific physical experiences:

Fluffy, bulky, clammy, sticky, or hairy.

In descriptive writing, words are used to describe how something would feel. This is achieved through the use of sensory details, including the sense of touch. Descriptive writing appeals to all five senses to create a vivid and immersive experience for the reader.

In descriptive writing, words are used to describe how something would feel. This is achieved through the use of sensory details, including the sense of touch. For example, when describing the texture of an object, such as a lemon, a writer might use words like 'smooth,' 'zesty,' or 'velvety' to convey how it would feel to touch.

Descriptive writing often appeals to all five senses - sight, sound, smell, taste, and touch - to create a vivid and immersive experience for the reader. By using descriptive language and specific sensory details, the writer can transport the reader into the world they are describing.

For instance, a writer might use tactile imagery to describe a scene: 'The sand was warm and soft beneath my feet, caressing my toes with every step.' Through the use of sensory language, the writer allows the reader to feel the sensation of walking on the sand.

Answer:

Straw man fallacy.

Explanation:

Fallacy is the use of wrong or invalid argument in the construction of any reasoning to make one's point. It typically involves the use of faulty arguments, which neither is correct nor valid.

Straw man fallacy is the form of fallacy wherein the person giving the argument is basing his points in a such a way that he seems to be refuting his opponent's points. But in reality, he is just refuting an argument that is not even presented by the opponent. In short, he is refuting an argument that is baseless or invisible. It 's like attacking a "straw man", useless and pointless.

From the excerpt, we see the speaker is in favor of hanging the man. While it may be that this "Jones" may have argued for a trial for the accused. The issue of hanging wasn't part of the argument, and not even mentioned. But the speaker is asking for that, thus bringing into the fore the issue of 'hanging' which wasn't even spoken or discussed about.

Answer:

The dance originated in Europe is Paso Doble.

Explanation:

Rumba originated in Cuba, Tango in Argentina, Samba in Brazil. The only one of the dances mentioned that originated in Europe, more specifically in France/Spain, is Paso Doble.

The words Paso Doble mean "double step". Paso Doble is a type of ballroom dancing that started in France in the 16th century but became popular in Spain, where it incorporated the movements seen in bullfights. There are even Paso Doble tunes names after famous bullfighters. It is interesting to note that Paso Doble was adopted by the Spanish infantry as a fast-paced military march.

Answer:

Similes and metaphors

Explanation:

The figures for writing have been used to express the intention of the poem clearly to the reader. The first example of the metaphor and simile is when the poet states that she watches him wrapped like garbage and also waiting for her mind like the next week grocery and the last example is when she refers her like a wet brown bag of a woman. The poet talks about how she has gone mad and needs to do something that calms her anger. So that is why she uses the words for description.

Answer:

Cleopatra.

Explanation:

The quote "Cleopatra's nose, had it been shorter, the whole face of the world would have been changed" was said by the famous French mathematician Blaise Pascal. It was part of the posthumously edited writings of Pascal in 1669 titled "Pensees/ Thoughts".

According to the belief of ancient times and also the seventeenth century belief, a person's physiognomy plays an important role in determining the character of that person. A large nose, like that of Cleopatra's, signify the dominance and strength of the person. If not for her, then there wouldn't have been the fall of Caesar or Antony, the great men of Rome. This would have stopped them from falling under her spell, thus averting the many wars and conflicts that changed the history of the world.

Answer: Yes, because slaves would still exist.

Explanation:

Slaves exist

Answer: Alienation is the primary theme of Crime and Punishment. At first, Raskolnikov’s pride separates him from society. He sees himself as superior to all other people and so cannot relate to anyone. Within his personal philosophy, he sees other people as tools and uses them for his own ends.

Explanation:

Final answer:

The theme of Crime and Punishment by Fyodor Dostoevsky is the justification and consequences of crime. The novel explores moral and psychological dilemmas, human nature, and redemption.

Explanation:

The theme of Crime and Punishment by Fyodor Dostoevsky is the justification and consequences of crime. The novel explores the moral and psychological dilemmas faced by the main character, Raskolnikov, after he commits a murder. It delves into the complexities of human nature, the internal struggle between right and wrong, and the idea of redemption.

For example, Raskolnikov justifies his crime by believing that he is an extraordinary person who is above societal laws. However, he later realizes the guilt and anguish that come with his actions, highlighting the consequences of committing a crime.

In conclusion, the theme of Crime and Punishment revolves around the exploration of the justification, consequences, and moral dilemmas associated with crime. It provides insights into the complexities of human nature and the possibilities of redemption.

Answer:

Maud Gonne

Explanation:

 The poet W.B. Yeats wrote poems inspired by Maud Gonne: "Broken Dreams" and "He Wishes for the Cloths of Heaven"; some others had references to her.  She was his beloved , and had great influence in his poetry, although they never had an affair, and she rejected the repeated proposals he had made, which resulted in a troublesome period in his life.

The shipmaster adhered to the ideals of romanticism when he handed over the woman he'd arranged to marry. As well as the home he purchased for them, to the man she was in love with. He sacrificed what he wanted for someone else.

Answer:

Run-on Sentence

Explanation:

I often commit run-on sentence mistake while writing a long essay. I know a run-on-sentence occurs when two or more independent clauses are not joined correctly. Whenever I write two independent clauses I commit errors. For example:

Run-on Sentence: My teacher checked my essay he commented it was right.

Correct Sentence: My teacher checked my essay, and he commented it was right.

Answer:

Thalidomide was prescribed to pregnant women to combat the symptoms of morning sickness.

Explanation:

Thalidomide was introduced in the late 1950s as a sedative. The drug was given to pregnant women to combat the symptoms of morning sickness. But use during pregnancy has restricted the growth of limbs of babies, who were born with malformed legs and arms. About 10,000 babies were born with physical defects worldwide until the drug was taken out of circulation in 1962.

In most countries, thalidomide babies have grown to adults, now in their 50s, and no new cases have been reported.

Answer:19

Explanation:

Answer:

Sherlock Holmes kept his tobacco in the toe of his Persian slipper.

Explanation:

The famous character of Sherlock Holmes is a creation of Arthur Conan Doyle, a British writer. His fictional character of Sherlock Holmes is famous worldwide, with it being made into movies with numerous titles.

One of the most significant characterization of the image of "Sherlock Holes" is his tobacco pipe, or the Calabash which has become one with his character. This pipe or tobacco is seen alongside him always, becoming part of his own persona. In "The Adventures of The Musgrave Ritual", we see his partner Dr. Watson mentioning that Holmes used to keep "his tobacco in the toe end of a Persian slipper". This particular item or accessory of Holmes is also his distinguishing feature in the story, for it gives him a unique entity of his own.

Answer:

The poems "Dockery and Sons" and "Poetry of Departures" were written by Philip Larkin.

Explanation:

Philip Larkin was an English poet and writer who wrote the poems "Dockery and Sons" and "Poetry of Departures" among others. These two poems deal with life and the passing of time with life. The main themes in these two poems seem to be that of life in general.

"Dockery and Sons" is not really about Dockery or his son but more about the narrator persona who thinks back on his younger days, college days. The poem ends with him realizing that life is ruled by innate assumptions, accepting fate and the death that follows.

Likewise, "Poetry of Departures" is also a poem about life, with themes relating to moving forward with life. The acceptance of the given life, reforming and changing oneself and accepting the passing of life is once again addressed in the poem.

Answer:

Poetry: Latin poetria  the art of the poet.

Explanation:

 Poetry is a literary composition in verse form , which is different from prosa and normal speech. It uses meter and rhyme. Some  types of poems are:

Sonnet - it's a lyrical and it has fourteen lines (Sonnet 138 )

Epic -  long and historical poem written in blank verses (The Iliad; Paradse Lost )

Ballad - it is a narrative poem (Annabel Lee )

Hymn - spiritual praise (Amazing Grace )

Answer:

The part of the brand brand trademark is the symbol or design.

Explanation:

A trademark refers to a brand name, including any symbol, name, word, device, or mixing of elements that a company uses to identify and differentiate the services or goods it offers from the ones other companies offer. A trademark indicates where these goods or services came from, that is to say, from which company.

Answer:

Pilgrim's Progress

Explanation:

 The Pilgrim's Progress is a Christian allegory .  It was written by the English writer John Bunyan while in prision (for preaching about Jesus), and published between 1678 and 1684.  It is about a character whose name is Christian, his conversion and walk in the christian life, and his journey from the City of Destruction tothe Celestial City. This book has been translated into more than 100 languages.

Answer:

It is also representative of the husband-wife equation, the life of a married woman, and the institution of marriage as a whole in a male dominated society of 19th century Norway. it shows the need for the women's dependence on her husband for everything, and the incapacity of the female gender in doing things on their own. It shows the married life of women expected to be submissive, obedient and dependent on the men.

Explanation:

Henrik Ibsen's play "A Doll's House" is about the woman's position in the society and family, especially in Norway of the mid nineteenth century. The play may be openly dealing with the marriage of the characters Nora and Torvald but it also at the same time deals with the societal issue of a housewife in a patriarchal society.

The play shows the 'husband-wife' equation as the perfect way of how it should be. Nora represents the dutiful and submissive, loving wife while Torvald is the earning, head of the family. He is the symbol of what a husband should be, going out everyday, earning for the family, while the wife is expected to stay at home and look after the household. Also, the wife depends on her husband for making decisions. But aside from the small picture of this 'husband-wife equilibrium', the play also deals with the larger picture of the institution of marriage as a whole in the Norwegian society of the 19th century. The women are expected to be obedient, dependent on their husbands for anything, and the roles of husband and wife being confined in their separate boxes. The men seems to have major control over the whole household, with the fate of a married woman dependent on the husband. In a male dominated society, women like Nora are expected to simply give in to their husbands, and whatever decisions they need making, should be in consultation with the men.

Final answer:

Henrik Ibsen's 'A Doll's House' explores the institution of marriage in the 19th century, particularly how it limited women's rights and autonomy. Nora's decision to leave her marriage challenges traditional roles and societal expectations, and Ibsen's realistic portrayal connects with audiences by addressing issues in their own lives.

Explanation:

A Doll's House: A Reflection on Marriage

Henrik Ibsen's A Doll's House is not only a narrative about Helmer's marriage but also a critique of the institution of marriage in the late 19th century. Through the character of Nora, Ibsen challenges the conventional roles and expectations of women within the context of marriage. Nora's realization that she has been treated like a 'doll' and her quest for individuality beyond her roles as a wife and mother highlights the oppressive nature of societal norms regarding marriage during that period. The play illustrates how such norms stifled women's personal growth and autonomy. Ibsen's portrayal of Nora, who defies societal expectations by leaving her husband and children to find her own identity, was groundbreaking and stirred controversy, as it questioned the traditional marriage institution, where women had limited rights and were expected to be subservient to their husbands.

Dialogue from the play where Nora rejects the role of a dutiful wife and Helmer's struggle to understand her decision further underline the themes surrounding marriage's structure and expectations. By having Nora choose self-awareness and freedom over the comfort and security that her marriage provides, Ibsen exposes the pressures and limitations that marriage imposes on women and starts a conversation about women's rights and their roles in society.

As the father of modern realistic drama, Ibsen's works, including A Doll's House, present a critique of society told through the lives of ordinary people, deviating from the noble characters and heightened language of classic tragedies. The emphasis on a female protagonist and the use of everyday language made the story more relatable and impactful, contributing to its status as a milestone in dramatic literature and social commentary.

Answer:

The general prologue of "The Canterbury Tales" is to give the information of the pilgrims and the reason behind the telling of the tales.

Explanation:

Geoffrey Chaucer's "The Canterbury Tales" is a collection of tales told by thirty pilgrims on their way to Canterbury. The tale begins with a general prologue by the narrator presumed to be one of the pilgrims.

The "General Prologue" begins with the narrator describing the reason of these pilgrimages. People usually go on pilgrimages to distant holy lands but mostly to Canterbury in visit the relics of Saint Thomas Becket in the Canterbury Cathedral. St.Thomas Becket was the archbishop of Canterbury who was killed by the knights of King Henry II in 1170. Then he along with twenty-nine other pilgrims are staying in a tavern, on their way to Canterbury. He told of how the idea for the storytelling start, saying that in order to pass the time, they will all take turns telling stories, two tales on the way to Canterbury and two tales on their way back. Then he went on to introduce and describe each traveler, all coming from different backgrounds. Also, the owner of the inn will serve as the judge to chose the winning tale. The next morning before they set off for the journey, he tells of his intention to record the tales told by the others too.

The main idea of the General Prologue in The Canterbury Tales is to provide an introduction to the various pilgrims who are traveling to the shrine of Thomas Becket in Canterbury.

The main idea of the General Prologue in The Canterbury Tales is to provide an introduction to the various pilgrims who are traveling to the shrine of Thomas Becket in Canterbury. Chaucer uses the prologue to describe and satirize the different characters, representing different social classes and occupations, and to comment on the society of medieval England. The prologue sets the stage for the individual tales that the pilgrims will tell, showcasing the diversity and complexity of human nature and social interactions.

Answer:

$49 billion US Dollars

Explanation:

Foreign aid refers to the resources (money, food, goods, military assistance) that one government gives to another country for the latter's benefit.

The United States' Council on Foreign Relations, based on data generated by the Congressional Research Service, states that in 2016, $49 billion US Dollars were used for foreign aid; this amount 1.2% of that year's total federal budget.

Answer:

Affirmative

Explanation:

 The original word in Latin positivus (settle by agreement, positive) means formally stated, definite. It's affirmative (affirmativus: making firm), refering to terms for a sentence, clause, verb, or other expression that is not negative (She is studying ) as opposed to She is not studying ). It is also the base form, for example, with adjectives (big : positive) as opposed to the comparative or superlative forms (bigger; biggest ).

A positive sentence is a sentence that tells you how something is, as opposed to how it is not. These sentences can be identified in two different ways. First, we can identify them by their meaning. If the meaning is affirmative (it does not deny anything), then the sentence is positive. These sentences can also be identified by their lack of negative words, such as no, never, not, no one, nobody, etc.

Answer:

Fulgencio Batista, the Cuban President.

Explanation:

The Cuban Revolution was led by the revolutionary leader Fidel Castro. It was a result of the government under President Fulgencio Batista's dictatorial power over the people.

Fulgencio had been previously a soldier,head of the military with immense power. He had used his influence to control many presidents of Cuba and he himself had been president before in between 1940-1944. Then, he gained a second term in 1952 as a result of a military coup and suspending the election. He had lucrative links with organized crimes and even allowed the intrusion of American companies to manage businesses in the country. He antagonized the Cuban people, who had a major hatred for Communist Party of Cuba who had not supported him during his first presidency.

At this time, Fidel Castro was just a young lawyer and activist. He began petitioning for the overthrow of Batista, accusing him of corruption and tyrannical power he exerts as the President. But these accusations were rejected by the courts. Accepting that this flaw can't be resolved by legal means, he began to launch a revolution calling for his departure. He and his brother Raul Castro founded a paramilitary organisation, "The Movement" and began recruiting people unhappy about the current government in anticipation of fighting against the strong military opposition of Batista's government.  

After numerous imprisonments and various other oppositions, including killings of many volunteers, the movement gained momentum in 1958 and the troops of Batista were defeated. After fighting many wars and oppositions, Batista fled Havana and the army of the Castro brothers reached Havana, finally taking control of the government. On January 3 1959, Manuel Urrutia Lleo, the initial choice of Castro for the President of Cuba took office, thus ending Batista's reign.

Answer:

The boy did not play soccer yesterday, did he?

Explanation:

Question tags turn a statement into a question. They are made using an auxiliary verb and a subject pronoun. Question tags are often used for checking information that we think is true. Negative question tags are usually contracted.

Example: This boy looks nice, doesn't he?

If the main clause is positive, the question tag is negative, and if the main clause is negative, the question tag is positive.

Example: The children have not slept yet, have they?

Answer:

Did he?

Explanation:

Question tags are short questions that are placed at the end of sentences in order to indicate that the statement requires a confirmation. These are most often employed in spoken English, and rarely in writing. In this case, the sentence is talking about a boy yesterday. Therefore, the verb is in the singular past. The right question tag to use is "did he?"